™
If the power steering becomes inoperative, steering will Upon commissioning the boat, it is necessary to purge
beharderandmoreeffortwillbeneededtosteertheboat. the system of air. This is performed by your Four Winns
Check for a broken or loose belt on the power steering dealer during pre-delivery service. Should steering diffi-
pump. Also, low fluid levels in the power steering pump culty increase with time, it is possible additional bleeding
reservoir will cause hard steering. If these of the system is required. See your Four Winns dealer
items are not the source of the problem, check for equip- for assistance. This and other adjustments on hydraulic
ment or other items lying on or up against the steering steering units are critical and should be performed only
cable at the back of the boat. The cable must be free and by a qualified service technician.
cleartoslidebackandforth. Anyitemblockingfreemove-
ment of the cable will result in harder steering and pos-
sible damage to the steering cable. If unable to locate or
correct the problem, have the steering cable inspected
and lubricated by your Four Winns dealer.
After the first two hours of running time, check
the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts
andfastenerswhichcouldadverselyaffectsteer-
ing control.
NOTICE
After the first two hours of running time, check
the entire steering system for loose bolts, nuts
andfastenerswhichcouldadverselyaffectsteer-
ing control.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically.
Low hydraulic fluid levels may increase steering
difficulty.
The hydraulic steering system is comprised of the helm
pump and reservoir, hydraulic hoses, and the hydraulic
cylinder. The helm assembly acts as a pump to move
the fluid through the system. In many aspects this type
of steering is similar to the mechanical system. Instead
of activating a cable, turning of the helm causes fluid in
the hydraulic hoses to flow and activate the hydraulic cyl-
inder causing the rudders to turn. See Figures G3 &
G4.
NOTICE
Check the fluid level in the reservoir periodically.
Low power steering fluid levels may increase
steering difficulty.
NOTICE
DO NOT interfere with or restrict steering cable
o
movement through the last 90 of bend at the
engine. DO NOT use cable retainers, clamps or
tie straps. Using one or all of these could re-
strict the cable movement near the engine. DO
NOT tie wiring harnesses or other control cables
to the steering cable. Make sure the deck
coaming pads and bulkheads allow for steering
cable movement in all positions of trim.
NOTICE
Only use manufacturer’s suggested hydraulic
fluid. The hydraulic steering uses a fluid which
meets Mil H5606 specifications. Please note
that automatictransmissionfluid(Dexron II) may
be used in an emergency. Never use brake
fluid.
When storing equipment in the engine compart-
ment, be sure to avoid contact with the steering
cable. Cables may become kinked or damaged
and may increase steering effort.
NOTICE
A slight clicking sound may be heard as the
wheel is turned. This sound is the opening and
closing of valves in the helm unit; this is normal.
Additionalinformationonsteeringoperationcanbefound
in SectionA-9 in this manual and in your Engine Owner's
manual.
Additionalinformationonsteeringoperationcanbefound
in your Engine Owner's manual.
D. Hydraulic Steering - Inboard Models
G - 2 STEERINGLOAD
NOTICE
DO NOT force the steering wheel to either ex-
treme position. This can place undue strain on
the unit and can lead to hydraulic steering dam-
age.
A load is placed on the steering system by the propeller
torque, and/or water flowing past the rudder/outdrives.
The steering system is designed to normalize the effort
required to turn the steering wheel throughout the aver-
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